Postdoctoral Fellow - Superconducting Quantum Devices

About This Role

This Postdoctoral Fellow position involves designing, fabricating, and testing superconducting quantum devices at cryogenic temperatures. The role contributes to team research and student training within the field of quantum computing.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate and conduct testing of superconducting devices at cryogenic temperatures
• Develop fabrication processes for scalable manufacturing of superconducting qubits, amplifiers, and detectors
• Contribute to team research in superconducting quantum devices
• Assist with student training within the field of quantum computing
• Conduct research independently and as part of a team (Level A)
• Support the dissemination of research outcomes through appropriate channels
• Develop fabrication processes and assist with the fabrication of superconducting quantum devices
• Conduct microwave measurements of superconducting devices at extremely low (millikelvin) temperatures
• Develop and apply custom-built software to control measurement instruments and to analyse experimental data
• Operate and maintain dilution refrigerators and other closed-cycle cryostats
• Coordinate activities with external (including industrial) collaborators/partners on the project
• Establish a personal research portfolio and start developing independent research proposals (Level B)
• Contribute to the development of applications for competitive funding under guidance (Level B)
• Mentor and guide students and colleagues through supervision of HDRs (Level B)

Requirements

• PhD in Physics, Quantum Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related area
• Demonstrated track record in the operation of quantum devices/quantum hardware, especially at microwave frequencies and millikelvin temperatures
• Demonstrated track record in the fabrication and/or operation of superconducting quantum devices
• Demonstrated track record of performing measurements on quantum devices and characterisation of their performance
• Demonstrated track record of operating dilution refrigerators and variable temperature insert (1.5 Kelvin) systems
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Quantum Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related area

Nice to Have

• Track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact (Level B)
• Capacity for research leadership (Level B)
• Significant involvement with the profession and/or industry (Level B)
• Demonstrated ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff (Level B)

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits